Impactful Protective Services Caseworker (CPS/APS Intake)

Lake County Co; Leadville (CO); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Lake County Government is seeking a Child and Adult Protective Services Caseworker to conduct intake assessments for CPS with overflow support for APS. The role emphasizes safety planning, collaboration with community partners, and court testimony when necessary.

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree in a social science and at least two years of professional casework experience, with on‑call duties compensated. Preference for bilingual English/Spanish is noted.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a social science such as social work, counseling, psychology, or sociology.
• Adjacent degree (e.g., communication, political science, nursing, or public administration) may be accepted with experience.

Responsibilities

• Conduct intake assessments for CPS and assist with APS overflow.
• Develop and implement case plans to promote safety and well‑being.
• Document all case activities in the TRAILS system for CPS/APS.
• Advocate for clients and collaborate with law enforcement, healthcare, and schools.

Skills

Rapport building

Communication

Crisis intervention

Judgment/decision making

Court testimony

Education

Bachelor's degree in social science

Adjacent degree considered

Job description

Lake County Government is seeking a Child and Adult Protective Services Caseworker to conduct intake assessments for CPS with overflow support for APS. The role emphasizes safety planning, collaboration with community partners, and court testimony when necessary.

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree in a social science and at least two years of professional casework experience, with on‑call duties compensated. Preference for bilingual English/Spanish is noted.